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Our mission is to change the way people perceive disability. We run fun user-led disability awareness training, teach BSL and talk about sex and disability
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Enhance the UK @enhancetheuk.bsky.social · Feb 4
It's our first post on Bluesky!

We are Enhance the UK, a user-led charity with a mission to change the way people perceive disability.

We run fun disability awareness training, teach BSL and talk about sex and disability through the Undressing Disability Campaign

Read more: enhancetheuk.org
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Stay up to date with all our latest news, training updates, and exclusive discounts by joining our mailing list.

Be the first to hear about upcoming courses, resources, and opportunities to support inclusion in your organisation.

👉 Sign up here: buff.ly/zRaK1l0
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September 30, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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Blog: Supporting Employees with Cancer in the Workplace

Misconceptions create barriers for employees living with cancer. Our blog breaks down the myths and highlights practical ways employers can foster understanding and inclusion

Read: disabilityawareness.training/myth-buster-...
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September 29, 2025 at 8:15 AM
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Building inclusive workplaces starts with awareness - and we can help!

Our Deaf Awareness courses are fun, practical, engaging and designed to give teams the confidence and skills to communicate more effectively with D/deaf colleagues and customers.

Find out more here: buff.ly/6Km3BfN
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September 24, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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Investing in neurodiversity awareness training isn’t just the right thing to do. It’s good business, too!

We help organisations create truly inclusive workplaces. Learn more and book training via our website: buff.ly/7HlrAsg
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September 16, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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Too often, conversations about s3xuality and relationships are overlooked in care settings, but they’re essential to delivering good support.

Our S3xuality, S3xual Expression and Relationships Training is a full-day course designed specifically for care providers. enhancetheuk.org/sexuality-se...
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August 25, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Disability awareness is not just a compliance box to tick, but we understand that finding the time and resources for in-person training can be a challenge.

That’s why we offer online disability awareness training to fit around busy schedules. Learn more disabilityawareness.training/virtual-disa...
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August 21, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Creating an accessible workplace doesn’t begin and end with ramps. In a world of hybrid and remote working, how we communicate internally plays a big role in shaping employee experience, connection, and inclusion.

Our resource can help you make changes: disabilityawareness.training/free-resourc...
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August 20, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Guide dogs provide vital independence and support for many blind and visually impaired people, but can sometimes be unexpected barriers.

In our new post, we share practical tips on how to be respectful and supportive: disabilityawareness.training/our-6-top-ti...
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August 19, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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.....and we are off!

Love Lounge is officially on tour

Our bags are packed, the bus is ready, and we are on our way to @greenmanfestival for the weekend. If you are attending the festival and want to come say hello, we are at Einstein's Garden on Sunday!

BRB
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August 13, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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Disability awareness is essential for building inclusive, respectful, and effective workplaces, but it can be hard to find time for training.

That’s why we offer Lunch & Learn sessions — impactful and designed to fit into the working day. Read more: disabilityawareness.training/virtual-disa...
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August 4, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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New Blog Alert! 🎙️✨

The amazing @joysworldthepodcast spoke with Undressing Disability for an interview for a brand-new blog. Joy shares her journey as a visually impaired person, parent and how she has just released new episodes of her podcast, Joy's World.

Tap the blog link buff.ly/CWuNFrm
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July 23, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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Our latest blog post breaks it down with 6 practical, thoughtful tips inspired by these incredible animals. 🔗

This is for anyone who wants to show up better for guide dogs and their owners

Link:https://disabilityawareness.training/our-6-top-tips-to-being-guide-dog-aware-and-friendly/
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July 21, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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Too often, conversations about s3xuality and relationships are overlooked in care settings, but they’re essential to delivering good support.

Our S3xuality, S3xual Expression and Relationships Training is a full-day course designed specifically for care providers. enhancetheuk.org/sexuality-se...
Three people are sitting at a desk in an office setting. Two of the people are sitting in wheelchairs. They are in the middle of a conversation
July 17, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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Disability awareness is not just a compliance box to tick, but we understand that finding the time and resources for in-person training can be a challenge.

That’s why we offer online disability awareness training to fit around busy schedules. Learn more disabilityawareness.training/virtual-disa...
A person sitting on the floor with a silver laptop on their lap. They have a brown leather cushion underneath it. They are holding a cup of coffee in one hand and typing with the other
July 16, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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Creating an accessible workplace doesn’t begin and end with ramps. In a world of hybrid and remote working, how we communicate internally plays a big role in shaping employee experience, connection, and inclusion.

Our resource can help you make changes: disabilityawareness.training/free-resourc...
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July 15, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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We are at the halfway mark with Disability Pride Month, but there is still time to mark it. Our blog is packed with ideas on how to celebrate meaningfully (and joyfully) this July.

Read our blog: disabilityawareness.training/how-to-celeb...
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July 14, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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It’s Disability Pride Month.

For many of us, including those of us at Enhance, marking this month isn’t always easy. Pride feels complicated in a world that still treats disability as something to overcome. But that’s why it matters because we’re here. We exist.
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July 2, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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“Imagine having to plan your sex life around the days a specific carer is working—the one who feels safe, approachable, and understanding.”

S£xuality is a fundamental part of being human, yet disabled people often face significant barriers to expressing this.

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June 25, 2025 at 9:29 AM
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Jennie Williams and CJ Debarra had a fantastic time delivering disability awareness training at Tokio Marine Kiln in London recently.

We believe training should be fun, as well as educational!

Curious about how we can support your organisation disabilityawareness.training/our-services/
June 18, 2025 at 9:47 AM
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We’re delighted to share a new blog from Amy, @LongCOVIDRockstar, where she opens up about her experiences living with Long COVID. Amy offers an insightful look at the challenges and the changes we can all make to support those living with Long COVID.

Read: enhancetheuk.org/amy-butterwo...
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June 17, 2025 at 9:41 AM
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Stay Informed on Disability Awareness!

Join our newsletter for the latest on disability awareness training, diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as updates on events. Our content will support your organisation's journey toward an accessible workplace mailchi.mp/7dab636bbecd...
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June 6, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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Are you ready to create a more inclusive workplace?

Our custom-designed disability awareness e-learning courses are tailored to your organisation’s needs. Every course is built with bespoke content that reflects your goals, values and culture. disabilityawareness.training/elearning/
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June 4, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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A message from our Love Lounge expert Zoe Lloyd 🩷 Zoe is a qualified counsellor and runs the Love Lounge.

Did you know that through our Undressing Disability Campaign, we run a free support service where you can chat with our experts about all things disability?

lovelounge @enhancetheuk .org
June 2, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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Do you have a powerful story to tell on the theme of disability and chronic illness?

JKP, wants to hear from you! They believe that championing new voices from these communities is essential, and this prize is part of our commitment to amplify the stories of disabled and chronically ill people 🧵
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May 29, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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Our Jennie appeared on BBC Radio with the amazing Janey Lee Grace this weekend.

She joined Janey to share something really exciting—a brand new campaign that's launching soon!

Listen in www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

#JaneyLeeGrace #BBCRadio #OnAir
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May 27, 2025 at 9:31 AM